Intel Core i7-5557U vs Intel Core i5-1030NG7

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Performance
Core i7-5557U10% better
4,42312% of 36,991
Core i5-1030NG7
4,02311% of 36,991

The Core i7-5557U has 10% better performance than the Core i5-1030NG7 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-5557U
10.389% of 121.53
Core i5-1030NG7
No data available

The Core i7-5557U has 9% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: Intel Core i5-13400F.

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Summary

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About the Intel Core i7-5557U CPU

The Intel Core i7-5557U is an end-of-life 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2015 with a suggested retail price of $426. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Broadwell-U microarchitecture. The i7-5557U is compatible with Intel BGA 1168 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel Iris 6100 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-5557U supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-5557U has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 256 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 4 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i7-5557U features 2 total cores which can process 4 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.1 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.4 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i7-5557U includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel Iris 6100. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Core i7-5557U has the 425th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 11.96% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 4,423 score and $426 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 10.38. This is the 191st best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Core i5-1030NG7 CPU

The Intel Core i5-1030NG7 is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2020. It is part of Intel's Core i5 lineup, which is based on the Sunny Cove-Y microarchitecture. The i5-1030NG7 is compatible with Intel BGA 1044 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm manufacturing process. It features the Iris Plus (64EU) integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i5-1030NG7 supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i5-1030NG7 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 80 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 256 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 6 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i5-1030NG7 features 4 total cores which can process 8 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 1100.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 3.5 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i5-1030NG7 includes an integrated graphics solution called Iris Plus (64EU). This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance

The Core i5-1030NG7 has the 450th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 10.88% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

General Info

General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.

InfoCore i7-5557UCore i5-1030NG7
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i7Core i5
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ1 2015Q1 2020
Launch Price (MSRP)$426--
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-5557U10% better
4,42312% of 36,991
Core i5-1030NG7
4,02311% of 36,991

The Core i7-5557U has 10% better performance than the Core i5-1030NG7 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-5557U is ranked 425th with a score of 4,423, and the Core i5-1030NG7 is ranked 450th with a score of 4,023.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-5557U
10.389% of 121.53
Core i5-1030NG7
No data available

The Core i7-5557U has 20% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i7-5557U's 10.38 performance per dollar ranks it 191st among the other benchmarked CPUs in our database.

Relative Performance

The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

Choose Baseline CPU:Core i7-5557U or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i3-7100H4,559+3%
Core i7-740QM4,450+1%
Core i7-5557U4,423
Celeron J40254,284-3%
Core i3-8145U4,267.5-4%
Core i7-4558U4,037-9%
Core i5-4200H4,031-9%
Core i5-1030NG74,023-9%
Core i7-5500U4,008-9%
Core i7-820QM4,002-10%

Relative Value For Money

The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.

Choose Baseline CPU:Core i7-5557U orCore i5-1030NG7
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i5-5350U11.04+6%
Core i5-5300U10.92+5%
Core i7-720QM10.81+4%
Core i5-L16G710.73+3%
Core i3-5010U10.68+3%
Core i7-5557U10.38
Core i7-5500U10.2-2%
Core i7-640M9.7-7%
Core i7-5600U9.65-7%
Core i7-5650U8.92-14%

Benchmark Scores

This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both CPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

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BenchmarkCore i7-5557UCore i5-1030NG7
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
4,423
(+9.94%)
4,023
3DMark Time Spy CPU
1,577
1,737
(+10.15%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
353
448
(+26.91%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
140
140
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
2,067
3,259
(+57.67%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,040
1,284
(+23.46%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
3,097
5,764
(+86.12%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,913
(+8.51%)
1,763
Benchmarks Source: Notebookcheck

Technical Specs

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Manufacturing Details

Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.

SpecCore i7-5557UCore i5-1030NG7
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntelIntel
Process Size14 nm10 nm
Transistors1,900 million--

Architecture

CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.

SpecCore i7-5557UCore i5-1030NG7
SeriesCore i7Core i5
MicroarchitectureBroadwell-USunny Cove-Y
CodenameBroadwell-UIce Lake-Y
Memory SupportDDR3DDR4
Memory ChannelsDual-channelDual-channel
ECC MemoryNoNo

Cores & Clock Speeds

Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.

SpecCore i7-5557UCore i5-1030NG7
Cores24
Threads48
Clock Speed3.1 GHz1100.0 MHz
Turbo Clock3.4 GHz3.5 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier31.0x11.0x
Multiplier UnlockedNoNo

Cache

CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.

SpecCore i7-5557UCore i5-1030NG7
L1 Cache64 KB80 KB
L2 Cache256 KB256 KB
L3 Cache4 MB6 MB

Compatibility & Power Consumption

Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.

SpecCore i7-5557UCore i5-1030NG7
SocketIntel BGA 1168Intel BGA 1044
PCI ExpressPCIe 2.0 x12PCIe 3.0
Thermal Design Power (TDP)28 W10 W
Tcase Max105 °C--
TJ Max105 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.

SpecCore i7-5557UCore i5-1030NG7
Integrated GraphicsIntel Iris 6100Iris Plus (64EU)
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, EIST, 64-bit, XD bit, VT-d, VT-x, Smart Cache, ADX, RDSEED, PREFETCHW, HTT, Boost 2.0MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, AES-NI, CLMUL, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, Boost 2.0, DLBoost 1.0

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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.